I am heartbroken to see Vermont communities once again navigating devastating flooding – including some of the same communities heaviest hit in July 2023. I want all Vermonters to have the information they need to stay safe.
As we enter response and recovery for this latest round of flooding, I will continue to focus on my purpose as your Congresswoman: to alleviate suffering. I am working hard alongside my colleagues to:
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fight for changes to our disaster relief programs so they better reflect the needs of rural communities like Vermont and our climate realities,
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address the mental health needs of our communities in the wake of disasters,
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continue the fight to address the climate crisis that makes storms like this a more frequent occurrence, and
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help Vermonters access critical federal programs and services that too often have proven difficult to navigate.
My office is here to help you navigate federal government agencies in the weeks, months, and years ahead. You can follow me on social media @RepBeccaB for continued updates and resources. Or you can reach my office by calling 802-652-2450 or filling out this form.
We hope the following information is helpful:
Key State of Vermont Flood Resources
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Reporting Damage and Obtaining Information: To report storm damage and get information on shelters and other resources, call 2-1-1 or visit https://vermont211.org/. Reporting damage can help your neighbors and communities obtain relief, even if you don’t feel you need assistance.
Many Vermont communities are still eligible for mental health supports through the Starting Over Strong program. Visit the webpage to learn more or call 2-1-1 to get connected to services.
Disaster Distress Help Line:
9-8-8 National Mental Health crisis line
Cleaning Up After a Flood
As Vermont awaits a determination on what federal resources will be made available for this disaster, the following information from FEMA may be helpful if you were impacted by flooding. They discuss how to begin your clean up, take proper safety measures before re-entering your home, and properly document the damage before cleaning up:
Report any spills of hazardous materials (such as heating oil) that reached the ground or water so the Spills Program can help assess the situation and provide guidance and services for cleanup.
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Call 802-828-1138 during regular office hours (Monday through Friday from 7:45 am to 4:30 pm) OR
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Call 800-641-5005 anytime to reach the 24-Hour HAZMAT Hotline OR
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Call 800-424-8802 to reach the National Response Center if there are any impacts or potential impacts to surface waters.
The Centers for Disease Control created this resource to support children and teens navigating a disaster:
If you get 3SquaresVT benefits and your food was damaged from a power outage or natural disaster like the flooding on July 10, 2024, you may be eligible to have some of your 3SquaresVT benefits restored. You will need to report the loss of food within 10 days of the loss/disaster either by phone, in-person or in writing.
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Call the Benefits Service Center: 1-800-479-6151. For relay services, dial 7-1-1. For interpretation services, dial 1-855-247-3092
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Visit or mail a report to your local district office.
Business Resources: The Small Business Association (SBA) Vermont District Office encourages small businesses to download a copy of the Vermont Small Business Development Center’s Disaster Recovery Guide for Business.
If you have sustained damage to your farm there are a number of ways to receive assistance including:
Below are informational videos regarding flood safety in 16 languages:
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U.S. Representative
Becca Balint
Proudly Representing Vermont